Posts Tagged ‘shoes’

Bear Feet Shoes {FREE SHIPPING & GIVEAWAY}

Thursday, March 4th, 2010

It all started with a simple observation, babies like to be bare footed. Developmentally babies feet should be barefoot as much as possible so it can grow naturally into its shape.   Common sense shows babies can not possibly always be barefooted due to hazardous hidden dangers in grass, on sidewalks, at the playground even in your own homes carpet.  Thus, Bear Feet Shoes was born with a simple classic infant bootie.  :-)

Noah was lucky enough to receive such a pair from Bear Feet Shoes just in time!  He’s nine months and cruising all around.  He prefers to have you hold his little hands while he tries to master walking to crawling any day.  So I was thrilled to put this adorable pair of shoes to the test.   The leather is really soft, the shoe is super light which is so important at this stage of development.  The rubber soles bend effortlessly and keep him from slipping and sliding on the hardwood floors as he steadies his wobbly little legs.   The stitching on the inside is minimal so the shoe isn’t irritating, pinching or making his baby foot red.  We are thrilled to put them to great use!

Bear Feet are unique in that they mold to the shape of the foot instead of forcing the foot to conform. They are more flexible than most shoes, which is important because children are not heavy enough to fully flex most other soles. There are various studies to suggest that walking bare foot is actually better for the growth of children’s feet and the only purpose of shoes should be to keep the feet warm and protected from cuts. Of course, we think shoes should be stylish too, so Bear Feet are offered in a wide variety of colors and styles.

Cool styles, vibrant colors and patterns for girls and boys, babies to big kids. Genuine leather, natural rubber, cotton and silk.
Our shoes are made in USA with quality materials from US and Europe!

Aren’t these gorgeous!  That elegant little slipper is precious, super light, delicate but durable!  Every espering ballerina needs a pair!  Shoot for Shoes :-)   is a blog  program,  in which Bear Feet Shoes send shoes to photographically inclined parents to shoot on their children in exchange for professional photographs, which they find are naturally more beautiful than staged photo shoots :-) Isn’t that fun!

GIVEAWAY:  Bear Feet Shoes would like to giveaway one pair of shoes to a lucky reader!  Comment here which 5 pair you like the best and one will be given to you!  Follow Bear Feet Shoes on FACEBOOK for extra entries!! Contest ends in one week, good luck to all!!  ALSO ENJOY FREE SHIPPING AT CHECKOUT FOR THE NEXT 7 DAYS!

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Robeez Eco-Friendly {GIVEAWAY}

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

Spring is nearly here, and what better way to celebrate than with new shoes!  When we caught a glimpse of the new Spring catalog over at Robeez, we about died.  With their new eco-friendly collection of soft-soled shoes, in adorable new prints, what’s not to love?

As an all-boy household, we have our fair share of “frog” things; plastic frogs, stuffed frogs, frog clothes, frog blankets, frog books & now, frog shoes!  As sick of frogs as I am, these little eco-friendly frog shoes, made of organic canvas and recycled leather are just the cutest things I have seen for little feet, in a long time!

And for little girls, just take a look at these little ladybug creations {now I am starting to wonder if girl-moms feel the same way about ladybugs as I do about frogs…}!  But regardless, how can you resist these?

Along with several other eco-friendly soft-sole designs, Robeez has an adorable collection organic 1st Stepz sandals and moccasins for spring as well!

If your kids are anything like mine, a new season has brought bigger feet!  So the need for new shoes is always there… Why not head over to Robeez for the amazingly adorable AND eco-friendly collection sampled above?  So cute, practical & good for the environment too!

Robeez is generously GIVING AWAY one pair of shoes to one lucky BabyElan {daily} reader!  This contest is limited to the eco-friendly line, so head on over & take a look.  Let us know which shoes your darling child just has to have, and you may win!  Comment on this post for your chance to win.  Contest ends in one week.  Good luck!

Happy Solez Organics {GIVEAWAY & DISCOUNT}

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

I can’t express clearly how thrilled I am that Katherine Accettura creator of yummy homemade goodies contacted Baby Elan {daily}.    It has been a treat getting to know her and see her business taking off!    She is brilliant, dedicated, so extremely creative and wonderfully friendly and warm.   You will love her products and you’ll love her.

Katherine created Happy Solez Organics in 2008 in order to provide well-made products to families who believe in using organic and eco-friendly products. By performing each step of the process when creating goods (design, preparing, sewing, marketing, selling, shipping, and more),see, brilliant!  very little waste is produced, and a very small carbon footprint is emitted. :-)
Selling goods locally and globally, and interacting with customers, has been an important part of the process in assuring that we will receive the best, American-made product possible.  Many of the fabrics used in Happy Solez Organics include Bamboo, Organic Cotton, 100% Recycled Materials, and also Reclaimed Materials. By making a smaller impact on our Earth, generations to come will be happier to live in a greener world.  Katherine would love to spin off something custom for you too!

Little Noah was fortunate to receive a perfect pair of organic booties from Katherine.  I told her he was trying to walk so she made sure to include skid pads on the bottom of his little pair, custom!  :-)   Such beautiful little booties for cute little feet. These shoes feature an Organic, Sustainable Liner that is made from half Bamboo and half Organic Cotton.  You all know how much I love bamboo!  And how smart to use it in the liner where your child’s feet will sweat.  Bamboo is super absorbent!  CLEVER  The exterior is constructed from Hand Printed Bali Batik Cotton.The colors are extremely beautiful on these and they are great for boys or girls.There is soft, cotton elastic around the openings so the booties stay put when baby kicks.  Noah has not kicked his off yet.  I’ve washed them twice and dried them.. by mistake actually but both times they came out perfectly fine.   We love them, they are so easy to put on and soft on his feet.  I get compliments often about these fantastic organic booties.

Nicholas was lucky enough to receive this adorable and super soft tee from the Happy Solez  Organics collection :-)   He wears it to pre-school regularly, I’ve washed it a ton in a normal cycle, even dried it too a few times.  The shape, color and fabric, stitching has worn perfectly.  I’m very happy when I see him wearing  his tee, he’s comfortable because the shirt fits him well.

Happy Solez Organics is about a lot more than booties as you are seeing.  Katherine is just getting started!  In a few short months she has added several new products to her homemade collection.  These adorable bags are an example!  I don’t know a little girl out there who would not cherish her own little bag made with some wonderful fabric.

Who is getting spring fever?  I am, I don’t usually either but Charlotte has had an odd winter, long and cold so I’m ready for sunny days full of sunshine and playing outside.   Katherine has been a busy bee sewing and designing all sorts of exciting products for Happy Solez Organics Spring Vintage Collection!    I get a rush of inspiration just looking at the fresh, clean bold prints she’s using for her spring line.   With new products like pouches, bags, Ipod bags and clothes, onsies, a lot of wonderful homemade items.   All very unique and gorgeous.

 

Little Joey gets to model our giveaway onsie from Happy Solez Organics with a super adorable applique fashionably stitched onto the onsie giving it a unique cheerful look.   Isn’t he handsome!

Katherine sews eco-cloths with scrubbers!   Better than a paper towel and gorgeous.  One of our readers will be able to win a set of your own!   You have to see her new website at Happy Solez Organics it is really the best way to see all her work.  The site isn’t completely finished but feel free to take a peek.  :-)   Her FaceBook page has many images of the products available, especially her recent bags and many zipper pouches.

 

Visit her Esty site at Happy Solez Organics and take advantage of a shopping discount.  Use Promotion Code LUXE10 during your Etsy Checkout.

Beyond excited to offer a Happy Solez Organics GIVEAWAY  for one lucky reader!   Katherine has graciously put together an adorable package of a sky blue baby onsie & her fabulous eco- cloths!   Here’s your EXTRA ENTRY…become a fan of Happy Solez Organics on FaceBook Contest ends in one week, good luck to all!!

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Nowali Moccasins {Giveaway}

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

Cold feet. That’s right! I’m always thinking my little guys feet are cold.  He constantly pulls his socks off when we are in the house.  It’s been a cold winter, and I do try shoes when we go out, but he also constantly kicks them off.   Well, we put at end to that. Today I’m super excited to introduce you to Nowali Moccasins. These awesome, adorable moccasins are beyond cute and will stay on your little ones feet!

I received the green frog Nowali Mocassin in blue for my son.  These are the most fabulous moccasins, I just love them!  They just slip right on his feet, and don’t come off. Snug and comfy, he looks so cute in his Nowali Moccasins. He wears them all the time. Its been so cold, and they are perfect for keeping his feet warm, and they are so stylish. We have gotten so many compliments on them.  

 

Nowali, a company based in Sweden, has been in business for over 60 years, and Nowali products are sold around the world.  You probably remember them from when you were younger. Nowali Moccasins come with a double elastic ankle, so they actually stay put and cannot be kicked off!! How fantastic is that!  That is why my little guy has been wearing them all the time since we got them.  They also have a great base that gives great support when walking, and they come with a non slid sole, so you don’t have to worry about slipping and sliding.  Then when they are dirty, you just put them in the washing machine. Fantastic!  So be sure to check out Nowali today! Nowali is also offering free shipping on orders of $50.00 or more!

GIVEAWAY ALERT!  One lucky BabyElan reader will win a pair of Nowali Moccasins.   You will have your choice from one of their 4 styles in Nowali’s new line (Dots and Stripes in Red or Pink), (Frogs in blue or brown), (Sailboat) or (Spring flowers) This contest will run for one week!  Good luck!  Simply go to Nowali’s site and tell us which style is your favorite!    EXTRA ENTRIES FOR ALL GIVEAWAYS! Make sure to comment for each extra entry!

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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for the Kiddos {and beyond…}

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Valentine’s Day is sneaking up on us for sure!!  January is at an end already…holy smokes!!  My favorite part of Valentine’s Day for the kids is the cheesiest part, the cheapo character cards you can buy anywhere!  I love letting my little ones pick out their favorites and it’s the one time a year they don’t scream when you ask them to write their name 24 times!  I wish I could say I spend hours with the kids crafting our own cards and gifts for their friends on the 14th, but, if you’ve learned anything about me over the past years, it’s that I’m a buyer, not a creator.  Toy Story and GI Joe, $2.99 for a pack of cards at Target is what I’m all about!  Aside from the cards they share to their “loved” ones, we do also enjoy a gift or two to show them our love just a bit more…along with a good dinner and good family time!  Below are some festive Valentine’s Day items you may enjoy to share the love this year with your kiddos!

For them to wear to show their spirit, “Sweetheart” and “HeartBreaker” tees from Tote and Tee!  At only $15, they are sure to get compliments all around and these last well into Spring, not just a Valentine’s Day tee!

And how about a tutus for the special day!  There’s nothing better, nothing more girlie than a tutu on a special occasion and the Valentine Camo Pa Tutu from Cutie Pa Tutus would be brilliant for your little lady to show off in pre-k or at your special Valentine’s Day dinner!  Plus, of course, playing dress-up with her favorite tutu lasts all year round!  {Cutie Pa Tutus has adorable Super Hero Capes too…Valentine’s Day or not…these are awesome!}

For the babes, seriously, is there anything cuter???  I would put little A in this year round!!  From sizes newborn on up to 6…hmmm…fabulous photo shoot with all the kids in the same tee…now that’s a thought!  Check out tiny sprouts to get this tee in short or long sleeve!

Dylan’s Candy Bar goes from sweets for the little ones {or big ones} to classic, dirty {quite humorous} romance items for your man!  Could be your one stop shop to fill the sweet tooth and bring a smile to your husband’s face!

Guess How Much I Love You…a classic gift, perfect for the newest Valentine in your life!  This gift set from Kids Preferred is so affordable and so adorable!

Chasing Fireflies always has the best gifts for each occasion throughout the year!  From clothing to keepsakes, from the I Love You Treasure box {personalize it if you choose…and I would totally use this as a tooth fairy box after the fact…} to personalized sacs of candy hearts {candy hearts are a must have this time of year!}, Chasing Fireflies is sure to please!

SHOE HEAVEN!!!!

For the little ones, keep their toes cozy and cute with Kaboogie velvety heart shoes!  Soft soles, high quality, and pure preciousness!

OR…

The Ashley from pediped where 50% of the purchase price will go to benefit the Make A Wish Foundation until Feb. 5th!

OR…

These sweeties from Robeez…they are on sale and sizes are available for the older kiddos!!!

TOYS!!!

How about this Haba Baby Lara Clutching toy or….it’s mini version below:

OR…the Haba Memo Hearts Mini game for family game night…all available at Maukilo!

For your older Valentines…

From Rag & Bone, a beautiful keepsake for that special person in your life this Valentine’s Day, the Twelve Ways To Say I Love You book! Say I Love You in more ways than one!  Being sentimental is so romantic and it strengthens any relationship!

Have a new Daddy to surprise on Valentine’s Day, nothing says the love of a Father better than Diaper Duty!!  This Tool Bag Diaper Bag from Babymel would be perfect for any special Papa {red will ship the middle of Feb., so you may have to do an “after Valentine’s Day gift” but check out the camo too which is in stock!} Free shipping with the code BLDFREESHIP until Feb.15th on all Tool Bags so take advantage!